Hollywood director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele’s deaths are currently being investigated by police, with their son being accused of their murders earlier this week.
As police comb through the remains of Rob Reiner and his wife Michele as they piece together new information, new details are being reported. On Sunday, the duo’s Los Angeles home in Brentwood was discovered dead.
Hours later, their son Nick Reiner was arrested. He has since been charged with two counts of first degree murder. It’s alleged the trio were involved in a heated argument on Saturday night as they attended Conan O’Brien’s Christmas party.
However, some people claimed that Rob and Michele had evicted their son from their home after the fallout, but it’s now been proven otherwise. Nick, 32, is said to have left on his own accord instead.
A source has told TMZ the parents didn’t kick their son out of their home before their deaths. They did say, though, that Nick’s mental health was low and claimed prescription drugs “messed with his head”.
He is currently being held without bail in jail and is a suicide watcher. His arrest has been postponed until January.
The Los Angeles County medical examiners have determined that Rob and Michele’s deaths were homicides. Multiple sharp-force wounds claimed the lives of Rob and Michele. The only cause of death that has been listed in their reports is unknown.
Police arrived at Rob and Michele’s $ 13 million Brentwood mansion shortly after their deaths to have a brief conversation. Both were discovered in the lavish residence’s master bedroom, according to Dominique Choi. No one else was found, he claimed, despite the fact that officers thoroughly searched the residence to see if there were any additional victims or suspects.
The Los Angeles Fire Department was the first emergency service to arrive on the scene. A roommate of Michele and Rob’s daughter, Romy, made the first call at 3:30pm. Emergency services were initially dispatched using a Code two scenario, which entails the absence of sirens and flashing lights.
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman made the revelation that Nick had been charged on Tuesday. Nick is currently facing a maximum life sentence without the possibility of being released from prison as a result of the charges. Prosecutors seeking the death penalty were denied by Hochman.
He stated at the time of the conference, “I’m here to let you know that our office will be prosecuting Nick Reiner for the murder of his parents.” There will be two first-degree murder counts with a unique case of multiple murders. Additionally, he is accused of using a deadly knife, which is a particularly serious charge.
These offenses can result in a maximum life sentence. There is currently no decision regarding the death penalty.
Nick Reiner is being held without bail, the statement read. These are just charges, I’d like to let you know. Charges are not proof. In a court of law, evidence will be presented.
Nick made his first court appearance on Wednesday. Before deciding whether to seek the death penalty, officers say they will speak with the family.
